Job ID: #607981
Career categories: Management
Country: Uganda
City: based in Kampala
Organisation: Freedom House
Theme: Protection and Human Rights
Job years of experience: 5-10 years
About Us: Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the world through research, advocacy, and programs that support frontline activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to
freedom through our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World, Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and Nations in Transit. With 13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every individual to be free.
SUMMARY OF THE POSITION
Freedom House is recruiting a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) / Technical Advisor on the Judiciary for an anticipated five-year program to support civil society, the judiciary, and the media in Uganda. The DCOP will work closely with the COP in overseeing the implementation of all programmatic activities. S/he will be responsible for the technical direction and oversight of the judicial strengthening component and related parts of the advocacy component. This position will be based in Kampala, Uganda and will report to the Chief of Party.
MINIMUM SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in political science, international development, law, or related field;
• Demonstrated experience working with the Judiciary and legal systems in Uganda;
• At least five years of work experience in human rights, rule of law, democracy, or governance with a particular focus on entrenching multiparty democracy;
• At least three years’ experience in providing technical assistance and capacity building (technical, organizational, and financial management) support to government institutions and/or CSOs;
• Demonstrated expertise in developing domestic, regional, or international advocacy campaigns to advance rule of law / human rights;
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with local partners, government officials, bilateral donors, as well as in-country and foreign experts;
• Demonstrated ability to mobilize communities and encourage the inclusion of marginalized groups;
• Demonstrated experience in developing activity work plans, budgets, implementing programmatic activities, and providing short-term technical assistance;
• Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, and other donor approaches to civil society development;
• Experience developing project proposals for USAID, Department of State, European human rights institutions and private donor organizations;
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to use productivity software such as MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint; and Microsoft Excel.
SOME ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide overall technical direction and oversight of programmatic activities to support judicial independence and integrity in Uganda;
• Support the COP in the implementation of programmatic activities aimed at fostering advocacy and advancing the flow of information in Uganda;
• Network and liaise with consultants, members of the government, civil society organizations, international and regional bodies, and private funders;
• Monitor and evaluate processes, and write program reports to ensure completion of program objectives;
• Support the COP to ensure programmatic compliance with USG rules and regulations;
• In the COP’s absence, assume responsibility for the daily operations of the office, which include but is not limited to: financial management, general office administration, public relations, and staff management;
• In collaboration with the COP, develop advocacy initiatives to support human rights in Uganda;
• Assist the COP with fundraising, which includes developing concept notes, proposals, budgets, etc.
• Required to travel extensively to project sites within Uganda and occasionally within the region;
• Other related duties as assigned.
How to apply for the Job:
We invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to: FHproposals@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: FH Proposals, referencing 2013-002 DCOP Uganda. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
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Application Closing date: 29 Nov 2013
Deputy Chief of Party / Technical Advisor on the Judiciary, Uganda
Freedom House promotes the spread of freedom and democracy around the
world through research, advocacy, and programs that support frontline
activists. We are a leader in identifying threats to freedom through
our highly regarded analytic reports, including Freedom in the World,
Freedom of the Press, Freedom on the Net, and Nations in Transit. With
13 field offices and two U.S. offices, we support the right of every
individual to be free.
POSITION SUMMARY
Freedom House is recruiting a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) / Technical Advisor on the Judiciary for an anticipated five-year program to support civil society, the judiciary, and the media in Uganda. The DCOP will work closely with the COP in overseeing the implementation of all programmatic activities. S/he will be responsible for the technical direction and oversight of the judicial strengthening component and related parts of the advocacy component. This position will be based in Kampala, Uganda and will report to the Chief of Party.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in political science, international development, law, or related field;
• Demonstrated experience working with the Judiciary and legal systems in Uganda;
• At least five years of work experience in human rights, rule of law, democracy, or governance with a particular focus on entrenching multiparty democracy;
• At least three years’ experience in providing technical assistance and capacity building (technical, organizational, and financial management) support to government institutions and/or CSOs;
• Demonstrated expertise in developing domestic, regional, or international advocacy campaigns to advance rule of law / human rights;
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with local partners, government officials, bilateral donors, as well as in-country and foreign experts;
• Demonstrated ability to mobilize communities and encourage the inclusion of marginalized groups;
• Demonstrated experience in developing activity work plans, budgets, implementing programmatic activities, and providing short-term technical assistance;
• Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, and other donor approaches to civil society development;
• Experience developing project proposals for USAID, Department of State, European human rights institutions and private donor organizations;
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to use productivity software such as MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint; and Microsoft Excel.
SOME ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Provide overall technical direction and oversight of programmatic activities to support judicial independence and integrity in Uganda;
• Support the COP in the implementation of programmatic activities aimed at fostering advocacy and advancing the flow of information in Uganda;
• Network and liaise with consultants, members of the government, civil society organizations, international and regional bodies, and private funders;
• Monitor and evaluate processes, and write program reports to ensure completion of program objectives;
• Support the COP to ensure programmatic compliance with USG rules and regulations;
• In the COP’s absence, assume responsibility for the daily operations of the office, which include but is not limited to: financial management, general office administration, public relations, and staff management;
• In collaboration with the COP, develop advocacy initiatives to support human rights in Uganda;
• Assist the COP with fundraising, which includes developing concept notes, proposals, budgets, etc.
• Required to travel extensively to project sites within Uganda and occasionally within the region;
• Other related duties as assigned.
POSITION SUMMARY
Freedom House is recruiting a Deputy Chief of Party (DCOP) / Technical Advisor on the Judiciary for an anticipated five-year program to support civil society, the judiciary, and the media in Uganda. The DCOP will work closely with the COP in overseeing the implementation of all programmatic activities. S/he will be responsible for the technical direction and oversight of the judicial strengthening component and related parts of the advocacy component. This position will be based in Kampala, Uganda and will report to the Chief of Party.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
• Master’s degree in political science, international development, law, or related field;
• Demonstrated experience working with the Judiciary and legal systems in Uganda;
• At least five years of work experience in human rights, rule of law, democracy, or governance with a particular focus on entrenching multiparty democracy;
• At least three years’ experience in providing technical assistance and capacity building (technical, organizational, and financial management) support to government institutions and/or CSOs;
• Demonstrated expertise in developing domestic, regional, or international advocacy campaigns to advance rule of law / human rights;
• Strong interpersonal skills, demonstrated ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with local partners, government officials, bilateral donors, as well as in-country and foreign experts;
• Demonstrated ability to mobilize communities and encourage the inclusion of marginalized groups;
• Demonstrated experience in developing activity work plans, budgets, implementing programmatic activities, and providing short-term technical assistance;
• Knowledge of USAID rules and regulations, and other donor approaches to civil society development;
• Experience developing project proposals for USAID, Department of State, European human rights institutions and private donor organizations;
• Strong ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing;
• Ability to use productivity software such as MS Word, Outlook, PowerPoint; and Microsoft Excel.
SOME ESSENTIAL DUTIES
• Provide overall technical direction and oversight of programmatic activities to support judicial independence and integrity in Uganda;
• Support the COP in the implementation of programmatic activities aimed at fostering advocacy and advancing the flow of information in Uganda;
• Network and liaise with consultants, members of the government, civil society organizations, international and regional bodies, and private funders;
• Monitor and evaluate processes, and write program reports to ensure completion of program objectives;
• Support the COP to ensure programmatic compliance with USG rules and regulations;
• In the COP’s absence, assume responsibility for the daily operations of the office, which include but is not limited to: financial management, general office administration, public relations, and staff management;
• In collaboration with the COP, develop advocacy initiatives to support human rights in Uganda;
• Assist the COP with fundraising, which includes developing concept notes, proposals, budgets, etc.
• Required to travel extensively to project sites within Uganda and occasionally within the region;
• Other related duties as assigned.
How to apply:
Qualified and Interested applicantsWe invite qualified candidates to send a resume, and cover letter with salary history and desired salary (only candidates who send salary requirements will be considered for the position) to: FHproposals@freedomhouse.org or fax at (202) 822-3893, Attention: FH Proposals, referencing 2013-002 DCOP Uganda. Only candidates who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
EOE M/F/D/V